Introduction to the Science of Mental Health: Volume 1: Philosophical Psycholgy

by Chad A. Ripperger

The text is the first of three volumes treating the science of mental health and illness based on the writings of St. Thomas Aquinas. The text is divided into three I. What constitutes a valid science of psychology; II. The principles one must know in order to discuss mental health and illness; III. What is mental health and illness according to St. Thomas and what are the causes of mental health and illness from a Thomistic perspective. The forward and imprimatur for the text are by Bishop Fabian Bruskewitz of the Diocese of Lincoln, NE. Changes made to the second I. Re-editing; II. Updated ontology diagram; III. Lexicon of philosophical terms relating to psychology.

319 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 2003

About the author

Chad Alec Ripperger, F.S.S.P. is an American Catholic priest, theologian, philosopher and exorcist. He is well known among Traditionalist Catholic circles and has given numerous talks around the country on various religious topics. Many of these are available for viewing on YouTube.